The goal of this course is to describe Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Homes Rating System and discuss recent updates to the system. LEED for Homes is a voluntary rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. This presentation discusses the basics of the LEED for Homes Rating System, including major proposed updates to the v.4 rating system and how it applies to single / multi family, low/mid/high rise, new and rehabbed homes and residential buildings, apartments, developments and dorms. Understanding of both LEED credentialing for professionals and the LEED credit categories for projects are essential for all green building projects.
